ROD Stewart told how memories of his dead dad triggered his tears after Celtic’s Euro triumph over Barcelona.

The emotional rocker was caught crying on camera as Hoops fans celebrated the epic 2-1 Champions League victory.

And yesterday Rod, 67, revealed he broke down when he recalled his father Bob urging him to play football — before he launched his music career in the 1970s. The Celts-mad singer told DJ Chris Evans on Radio 2: “It meant that much to me.

“It was about me and Celtic and also my dad. I was just so full of pride — it overcame me.”

Rod was comforted by pals as the tears flowed after Wednesday’s drama at a packed Parkhead.